Commercial Flooring Estimator

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate estimates and proposals for commercial flooring projects.
• Review architectural drawings, specifications, finish schedules, and bid documents.
• Perform detailed flooring takeoffs for labor, materials, accessories, and installation requirements.
• Analyze project scopes and identify potential risks, exclusions, and areas requiring clarification.
• Obtain and evaluate material and subcontractor pricing.
• Develop competitive pricing while maintaining targeted gross margins.
• Prepare bid proposals and supporting documentation.
• Communicate with general contractors, architects, suppliers, manufacturers, and subcontractors to clarify project requirements.
• Issue RFIs and obtain clarification when plans or specifications are incomplete or conflicting.
• Track bid deadlines and manage multiple estimates simultaneously.
• Review addenda and incorporate changes into estimates before bid submission.
• Assist the sales and project-management teams with budgets, value engineering, and change-order pricing.
• Maintain organized records of estimates, takeoffs, vendor quotes, and bid documents.
• Participate in pre-bid meetings, job walks, and project turnover meetings as needed.
• Develop and maintain a database of material, labor, and installation costs.
• Stay current on commercial flooring products, installation methods, manufacturer requirements, and industry pricing trends.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial flooring estimating experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of commercial flooring products, including carpet tile, broadloom, LVT, VCT, sheet vinyl, rubber, ceramic/porcelain tile, polished concrete, and related systems.
• Proven ability to perform accurate material and labor takeoffs.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural plans, drawings, specifications, and finish schedules.
• Understanding of commercial flooring installation methods and labor requirements.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to identify discrepancies in project documents.
• Ability to manage multiple bids and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and estimating/project-management software.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with sales and operations teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience estimating large-scale commercial flooring projects.
• Experience with electronic takeoff and estimating software.
• Knowledge of commercial construction contracts and bid requirements.
• Experience working directly with general contractors and commercial construction firms.
• Established relationships with flooring manufacturers, suppliers, and installation subcontractors.
• Experience with value engineering and alternative product selections.
• Knowledge of prevailing wage, union labor, or other specialized labor requirements.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Performance-based bonuses or incentives.
• Health, dental, and vision benefits.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• 401(k) or retirement plan.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Opportunities for advancement.
• Collaborative team environment.